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Gate Research: This report summarizes blockchain industry developments from February 17-21, 2025. Pump.fun's protocol fee revenue plunged over 85% from its peak on February 17, 2025; Dolomite achieved a record TVL of $735 million; Ondo Finance's TVL surpassed $777 million; Hyperliquid's mainnet HyperEVM has officially launched; Gate.io partnered with the Consensus-HK conference to create a new paradigm in Web3 music and social networking; Berachain's TVL exceeded $3 billion, reaching a historic high.

Gate Research Institute: This week, Hub.xyz, Nomisma, Ethereal, and Kittenswap have all provided users with opportunities to engage in the Web3 ecosystem. Hub.xyz trains AI agents through interaction on the X platform and incentivizes users' participation with IQ points. Nomisma, as a Layer 1 sidechain in the Chromia ecosystem, leverages relational blockchain technology to solve issues faced by traditional blockchains. Ethereal offers institutional-level trading performance and uses USDe as collateral. Kittenswap is characterized by low gas fees and its LIQUID token mechanism, providing lending services and being community-governed. These projects attract users through airdrops, where users can earn token rewards by completing tasks, engaging in social interactions, and more.

This week, BTC tested support at $93,500 before stabilizing, while ETH entered an upward channel after testing $2,600. Gate.io partnered with Consensus Conference to pioneer Web3 music social networking. Under the MiCA regulatory framework, 10 companies have been approved to issue stablecoins in the EU. Canary Capital launched the $AXL (Axelar) Trust fund. Berachain's TVL reached a new all-time high of $3 billion. Circle's on-chain fees continued to rise, exceeding $35.39 million in the past week. Ethereum network transaction fees dropped 70% week-over-week, reaching the lowest level since July 2020.

Gate Research (Feb 15-21, 2025): On February 17, the President of Argentina was accused of fraud following the collapse of the LIBRA token. On February 18, the Abu Dhabi branch of global investment management firm Brevan Howard Digital deployed $20 million in assets to the Ethereum Layer 2 network Kinto, participating in its on-chain financial ecosystem. On February 19, Hyperliquid's HyperEVM mainnet officially launched, introducing "universal programmability" to its Layer 1 blockchain. On February 19, Gate.io teamed up with the Consensus conference to create a new model for Web3 music social networking.

Gate Research (Feb 15-21, 2025): This report provides a comprehensive analysis of key developments in both the cryptocurrency market and the broader macroeconomic environment. On February 15, Federal Reserve’s Logan stated that even if inflation continues to cool, it may not necessarily trigger rate cuts. On February 18, a New York Fed survey revealed that U.S. manufacturing costs in February saw the largest increase in two years. On February 19, data from the U.S. Treasury showed that the top three foreign holders of U.S. debt reduced their holdings in December, while total foreign net inflows exceeded $87 billion. Also on February 19, U.S. January residential construction fell by 9.8% month-on-month, worse than the expected 7.3% decline, and far below the previous value of 15.8%.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends from February 3 to February 17, covering Bitcoin and Ethereum market volatility, funding rates, long/short trading volume ratios, open interest, contract liquidations, and the correlation between BTC and traditional financial markets (S&P 500 ETF). Additionally, the quantitative backtesting section focuses on the market performance of newly listed contract trading pairs, offering investors more comprehensive market insights.

Gate Research Daily Report: On February 19, the price of Bitcoin fell by 1.29% to $96,349.1, while Ethereum decreased by 0.78% to $2,677.21. The market capitalization of Meme coins dropped to $6.667 billion. Ondo Finance's TVL surpassed $777 million. Tron and Solana networks have issued $10.75 billion in stablecoins this year. Hyperliquid launched its HyperEVM mainnet. Fold became the first Bitcoin financial services company to list on Nasdaq. Grayscale launched the Grayscale Pyth Trust, a new investment product.

Gate Research Daily Report: On February 18, the price of Bitcoin rose by 0.09% to $96,230.5, while the price of Ethereum increased by 1.76% to $2,729.33. Dolomite's Total Value Locked (TVL) surpassed $735 million, setting a new all-time high. Circle expanded its USDC minting on the Solana blockchain, further driving the development of its ecosystem. Michael Saylor released his "21 Rules of Bitcoin," emphasizing the unique value of Bitcoin. A partner at DWF Labs announced the imminent launch of the synthetic dollar protocol Falcon Finance. Brevan Howard Digital deployed $20 million into Kinto, accelerating the entry of traditional finance into the DeFi space.

Gate Research Daily Report: On February 17, the price of Bitcoin dropped by 1.29% to $96,349.1, while Ethereum's price fell by 0.78% to $2,677.21. The TVS (Total Value Staked) of the Soneium network surpassed $50 million. The protocol fee revenue of Pump.fun yesterday decreased by over 85% compared to its historical peak. Bitcoin network activity dropped to a 12-month low. Jane Street acquired a 6% stake in the Bitcoin miner Iris Energy. Argentina's president is facing fraud charges due to the collapse of the $LIBRA token. 12 U.S. states invest in Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy).

Gate Research Daily Report: On February 14, BTC and ETH both dropped, influenced by the stronger-than-expected US January CPI data, putting pressure on the market with a bearish short-term outlook. Among altcoins, sectors like Payment Solutions, PolitiFi, and Wallets saw significant gains. Ethereum's staking rate dropped to 27%, the lowest since July 2024. The US SEC has accepted Grayscale's application to convert its XRP trust into an ETF. The OpenSea Foundation announced the launch of the SEA token and the rollout of the OS2 beta platform. GameStop is considering an investment in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, with its stock price soaring after hours.

DeSci (Decentralized Science) is becoming a hot topic in the blockchain industry, sparking widespread discussion, especially in the field of innovative drug funding. However, there is a significant mismatch between DeSci and the biopharmaceutical industry in terms of funding, timelines, and operational models, making integration highly challenging. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the current state, challenges, and potential development paths of DeSci in the innovative drug sector, including new models such as IP-NFTs, RWAs, and clinical data prediction.

Gate Research: This report summarizes key blockchain industry developments from February 10–14, 2025. Gate.io has established a multi-year partnership with the Red Bull Racing Team to advance blockchain's global influence. Etherscan has launched an on-chain address credit scoring feature, while Bitcoin service provider Fold has expanded its Visa partnership to offer a Bitcoin rewards card. In the DeFi space, Kamino has emerged as Solana's fastest-growing lending protocol, surpassing $1 billion in lending volume. Meanwhile, Unichain's mainnet launch has driven a 611% surge in activity, and SatLayer has achieved a record-high TVL of $316 million.

Gate Research: This week, Kite AI, Sandwatch, Harpie, and iAgent Protocol have all provided users with opportunities to engage in the Web3 ecosystem. Kite AI focuses on the integration of artificial intelligence and blockchain, incentivizing users to participate through the PoAI mechanism. Sandwatch, on the other hand, is centered around Web3 streaming, offering creators and communities a transparent and fair platform. Harpie is a digital asset security tool, providing users with safety and protection. iAgent Protocol combines artificial intelligence with gaming, creating a unique AI agent ecosystem. These projects attract users through airdrops, allowing them to earn token rewards by completing tasks and engaging in social interactions.

This report conducts a detailed backtest comparing the investment performance of Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) versus Buy-and-Hold strategies for BTC, ETH, SOL, GT, and their combinations in Gate.io investment products from September 1, 2021, to December 30, 2024. The report uses an example-based approach to demonstrate the calculation steps and core formulas for each strategy, accompanied by data tables for key periods.

Gate Research (2025.2.8-2025.2.14) – This report provides a comprehensive analysis of key developments in the cryptocurrency market and the broader macroeconomy. On February 11, U.S. one-year inflation expectations for January remained steady at 3%, while five-year inflation expectations rose from 2.7% to 3%. On February 11, Democratic Congresswoman Maxine Waters proposed stablecoin regulation. On February 12, U.S. CPI rose to 3% for the first time since June of last year. Brian Quintenz was nominated by Trump as the next chairman of the U.S. CFTC. The rise in U.S. inflation expectations have had a multifaceted impact on Federal Reserve policy, global markets, U.S. stock and cryptocurrency markets, and emerging markets.